Kodak M320 vs Panasonic FP3

Following is a detailed analysis of the Kodak M320 and Panasonic FP3, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Kodak and Panasonic. There exists a sizable gap among the image resolutions of the M320 (9MP) and FP3 (14MP) and the M320 (1/2.5") and FP3 (1/2.3") come with different sensor sizes.

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The M320 was launched 12 months prior to the FP3 which means that they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before going through a thorough comparison, below is a simple summation of how the M320 scores versus the FP3 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera, you're going to have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Kodak M320 comes with external measurements of 97mm x 60mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FP3 has dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the M320 compared to the FP3.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the M320 and FP3 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Sometimes, it is tough to visualize the gap in sensor sizes purely by seeing technical specs. The picture below may provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the M320 and FP3.

As you can tell, both of these cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The M320 due to its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF harder and the Panasonic FP3 will show extra detail utilizing its extra 5 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged M320 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.